Surface and colloid chemistry principles impact many aspects of our daily lives, ranging from the cleaners and cosmetics we use to combustion engines and cement. Exploring the range of this field of study, Surface and Colloid Chemistry provides a detailed analysis of its principles and applications and demonstrates how they relate to natural phenomena and industrial processes.
Surface and colloid chemistry at work in nature and industry:
rain drops
combustion engines
soap bubbles
foam
food products
air pollution
waste-water treatment
washing and cleaning
cosmetics
painting and printing
oil and gas production
oil spills
plastics and polymers
biology and pharmaceuticals
milk products
cement
adhesive
coal
The book begins with an introduction to surfaces and colloids. It describes basic considerations regarding liquids and capillarity, and examines the liquid-solid interface phenomena. It explores the physicochemical properties of surfactants, Langmuir-Blodgett films, adsorption on solid surfaces, and adsorption as it relates to cleaning processes. Then the author examines colloidal systems and thin liquid films before moving on to emulsion science and technology. The final chapter provides examples of applications in science and a range of industries.
Examples and Illustrations
Integrating real-world examples throughout the text, this volume stimulates readers to consider both fundamental theory and industrial applications. More than 100 figures elucidate the concepts described in the text. Sample questions and answers are provided where appropriate, along with detailed data and discussions. Pertinent references are offered to facilitate further study.
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Für Beruf und Forschung
Professional
Illustrationen
39 s/w Tabellen, 91 s/w Abbildungen
39 Tables, black and white; 91 Illustrations, black and white
Maße
Höhe: 234 mm
Breite: 156 mm
Dicke: 14 mm
Gewicht
ISBN-13
978-0-367-51597-3 (9780367515973)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Dr. Birdi is a consultant to various national and international industries. He is and has been a member of numerous chemical societies, and a member of organizing committees of national and international meetings related to surface science. He has been a member of selection committees for assistant professors and professors, and was an advisory member (1985-1987) of the American Chemical Society journal Langmuir. Dr. Birdi has been an advisor for some 90 advanced student projects and various PhD projects and has authored nearly 100 papers and articles.
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KSB Consultant, Holte, Denmark
Introduction to Surfaces and Colloids. Capillarity and Surface Forces (Liquids. Surfactants (Soaps and Detergents) and Physicochemical Properties. Spread Lipid Films on Liquid Surfaces (Langmuir-Blodgett Films). Solid Surfaces-Adsorption. Wetting, Adsorption, and Cleaning Processes. Colloidal Systems. Thin Liquid Films. Emulsions, Microemulsions, and Lyotropic Liquid Crystals. Diverse Applications of Surface and Colloid Chemistry in Science and Industry. References. Appendix A: Effect of Temperature and Pressure on Surface Tension of Liquids (Corresponding States Theory). Appendix B: Solubility of Organic Molecules in Water Using a Surface Tension-Cavity Model System. Appendix C: Gas Adsorption on Solid Surface-Theory. Appendix D: Common Fundamental Constants. Index.
